Ielts speaking--how to improve your bandscore

Activity B
Fill in the gaps with the appropriate discourse markers. Choose from the
options given for each item.
1.  I like playing sports, _______________ indoor sport like table tennis.
(alternatively, particularly, similarly)
2.  I can’t decide where to spend my long holiday. Italy has a lot of scenic
spots, and these make the trip interesting. _______________, China has an
ancient history that also appeals. (In addition, On the other hand, On top of
that)
3.  Keeping animals in zoos restricts their physical freedom. This is true
because animals are not given wide and open spaces to roam free.
_______________, there are no branches that they can climb.
(Nevertheless, On top of that, Secondly)

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4.  _____, transportation produces air pollution, but I’d say that industry is the
major contributor to pollution. (Firstly, Obviously, Nevertheless)
5.  Children are more interested in playing computer games.
_______________, most of them suffer from many health problems. (As a
result, So that, Lastly)
Answer
1.